You’ll love this quick and easy Air Fryer Cod recipe! Ready in just 10 minutes, the cod fillets are tender, flaky, and seasoned to perfection!
I love cooking cod fish for dinner. So, when I got my air fryer, I was curious to try making cod in it. To my surprise, air fryer cod fish has become one of my favorite ways to prepare it.
I can’t even begin to tell you how good this air fryer cod recipe is! I love it because it’s so flavorful and super easy to make. Once you try this dish, you’ll want to make it all the time! Plus, it’s ready in just 15 minutes from start to finish!
Ingredients Needed
Instructions to Make Air Fryer Cod
- First, make sure to thaw your frozen cod completely in the fridge overnight before air frying!
- Preheat your air fryer. Then, mix the spices and olive oil or avocado oil in a small bowl.
- Pat the cod fillets dry with a paper towel and rub the spice mixture evenly on both sides.
- Arrange the cod in the air fryer on a single layer, spray some cooking spray on the air fryer basket if you prefer.
- Air fry for 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown. There’s no need to flip them halfway through cooking. The internal temperature should be between 130°F and 135°F.
- Use a food thermometer to ensure the fish has reached this temperature. You’ll know it’s cooked through when it flakes easily with a fork.
- Once it’s done, take the cod out of the air fryer and let it rest.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice, and garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.
How To Store Leftovers
To Store: Once the leftovers have cooled, you can keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days.
To Freeze: You can keep cooked cod in the freezer for up to 3 months. I prefer to store it in a container rather than a bag so it doesn’t get squished.
To Reheat: I like to reheat leftovers in the air fryer since it’s quick and easy. You can also use the oven or stovetop if you prefer.
What To Serve with
Air fryer sides: We love this cod filets with crunchy air fryer green beans, sweet potato fries, and air fryer asparagus recipe.
Rice or quinoa: Feel free to serve Cod fillets on a bed of fluffy rice or quinoa. You can also serve it with tortillas to make tacos.
Salad: I also enjoy pairing this air fryer cod with side dish salads like my homemade coleslaw, my Mediterranean salad and broccoli salad too.
Recipe Variations
Try other seasonings: Cod is incredibly versatile, so you can season it however you like! Great with cayenne pepper, lemon pepper, Old Bay seasoning, or a Cajun seasoning. Also, add some minced garlic if you prefer.
Swap the seafood: If you like this air fryer cod, you’ll love my other air fryer seafood recipes! You can make delicious air fryer salmon and trout in no time! You can also make this recipe with sea bass, tilapia or haddock too.
More Air Fryer Recipes
If you want to try more cod fish recipes, I have some great ones for you. You can make cod fish recipe, my Brazilian fish stew, or these tasty fish tacos. They’re so easy to make and flavorful too.
Air Fryer Cod
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Ingredients
- 2 fresh cod fillets about 1-inch thick
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Fresh lemon juice
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Equipment
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Pat the cod fillets dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
- In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create a spice rub.
- Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the cod fillets.
- Place the seasoned cod fillets in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
- Air fry the cod at 400°F (200°C) for 8-10 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets. It’s not necessary to flip the fillets halfway through the cooking time.
- Check for doneness by inserting a fork into the thickest part of the fillet – it should easily flake apart.
- Once cooked, remove the cod from the air fryer and let it rest for a minute. Squeeze lemon juice on top. Garnish with fresh parsley and slices of lemon.
Tips
- Use cod fillets that are similar in size, so they cook evenly.
- For easy cleanup, you can line the air fryer basket with parchment paper. If you do, there’s no need to spray the basket with oil.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
Olivia Ribas says
Judith says
I couldn’t find the temperature in the recipe to set the air fryer. I will guess. It sounds delicious.
Olivia Ribas says
Hi! Thanks for your question! The temperature is listed in the recipe card—it’s 400°F. 😊 Let me know if you have any other questions!
Frances says
Nice one, easy to do, took thinner pieces out around 8 minutes and very thick one 10.
Olivia Ribas says
Glad you enjoyed it! Adjusting the time for different thicknesses is a great tip. Thanks for stopping by! 😊